Health Ministry’s directive to Indian Premier League (IPL) banning tobacco-alcohol advertising during league is welcome; multi-pronged approach and more teeth to law needed for true efficacy... [Read More]
12 March,2025 08:39 AM IST | Mumbai | Dr Shekhar SalkarHeated motorcycle gloves excel at providing the level of warmth you need. Bid farewell to cold and uncomfortable rides, as these gloves ensure that your fingers stay at a comfortable temperature even in the coldest weather conditions.... [Read More]
02 August,2023 09:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Manoj Patki , Dr Shekhar SalkarOnco-surgeon lauds cricket board decision to ‘ban’ alcohol/tobacco advertising; calls out stars, talks shutting down surrogate promotions... [Read More]
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25 April,2025 07:51 PM ISTAs Mumbai undergoes one of its largest infrastructure overhauls in recent history, persons with disabilities (PwDs) are struggling to cope with dug-up roads and broken footpaths. Despite the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, mandating accessible infrastructure, Mumbai’s streets and public spaces remain largely non-compliant. The needs of over four lakh disabled citizens are being sidelined amid chaotic civic works. (Pics/Shadab Khan, Satej Shinde, Atul Kamble, Bharat Soni)... [Read More]
25 April,2025 05:11 PM ISTThe Elphinstone Bridge, connecting Parel and Prabhadevi, will be shut for vehicular traffic on Friday at 9 pm, officials said. Pics/Ashish Raje (Story/Rajendra B. Aklekar)... [Read More]
24 April,2025 05:53 PM ISTPrime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Thursday launched and inaugurated projects worth around Rs 13,500 crore in Bihar and flagged off four new trains. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
24 April,2025 07:22 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited Madhubani in Bihar to launch development initiatives worth over Rs 13,480 crore. The visit marked the celebration of National Panchayati Raj Day, where the Prime Minister also presented the National Panchayat Awards. (PICS/PTI) ... [Read More]
24 April,2025 03:01 PM ISTMumbai Congress took out a candlelight march from Regal Cinema junction to the Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar statue in Cooperage to pay tribute to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, on Wednesday. Twenty-six people, mostly tourists, were killed in Kashmir`s Pahalgam after terrorists fired at them on Tuesday. (PICS/SAYYED SAMEER ABEDI)... [Read More]
23 April,2025 10:34 PM ISTWith Juhu Reads finishing 100 sessions, Bandra Reads and SGNP Reads are also on their way to the milestone, two years after they started silent reading communities in their neighbourhoods. They have not only seen more people attend but also other Reads chapters sprout across the city in Versova, Powai and Navi Mumbai too... [Read More]
23 April,2025 07:41 PM IST | MumbaiUnited States Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their children, visited the iconic Taj Mahal in Agra on Tuesday, completing a key highlight of his official four-day visit to India. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
23 April,2025 01:50 PM ISTIndia is mourning the loss of 26 tourists killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. In its aftermath, strong calls emerged to ban the release of Abir Gulaal, marking Pakistani actor Fawad Khan’s Bollywood comeback after nine years. Industry bodies like IFTDA and FWICE have opposed the film`s release, vowing action against those working with Pakistani artists. Both Fawad and co-star Vaani Kapoor shared emotional tributes online, with Fawad later disabling comments amid heavy backlash.... [Read More]
25 April,2025 05:55 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi is in Sri Lanka currently to strengthen bilateral relations. Upon his arrival at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, he was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome. From a red carpet reception to a guard of honour, the warm gestures marked the deepening ties between India and Sri Lanka. PM Modi`s arrival in Colombo came after his visit to Thailand, where he held a bilateral meeting with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and attended the BIMSTEC Summit. Here is a look at the ceremony that welcomed PM Modi to Sri Lanka.... [Read More]
05 April,2025 02:43 PM ISTPM Modi is currently in Thailand. He met Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus in Thailand. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri revealed, "PM Modi reiterated India`s support for democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. He underlined Prof. Yunus India`s desire to forge a positive and constructive relationship with Bangladesh. The PM also urged that any rhetoric that vitiates the environment is best avoided. On the border strict enforcement of the law and prevention of illegal border crossing are necessary to maintain border security and security. The PM also underlines India`s concerns over the safety and security of minorities, including Hindus in Bangladesh."... [Read More]
04 April,2025 08:05 PM ISTPM Modi is in Bangkok currently to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit. The 6th BIMSTEC Summit is taking place today on April 04, marking a significant regional engagement between India and its neighbouring countries in the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) group. On the sidelines of the summit, PM Modi visited the famed Wat Pho temple - known as a temple of the reclining Buddha. Take a look. ... [Read More]
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04 April,2025 04:08 PM ISTAs IPL 2025 kicked off today with a match between KKR and RCB in Eden Gardens, Kolkata, fans gathered in large numbers electrifying the atmosphere outside the stadium. Fans of both teams engaged in friendly banter, exchanging playful jabs and passionate chants, setting the perfect tone for an intense season opener. From face-painted superfans to enthusiastic chants the IPL spirit is alive and kicking.... [Read More]
22 March,2025 09:21 PM ISTAs Kangana Ranaut celebrates her 39th birthday, we revisit one of her most loved and viral interviews on Mid-Day`s Sit With Hitlist. In this candid conversation, the Emergency actress opened up about her early days in Mumbai and her inspiring rags-to-riches journey. Kangana recalled her life in Mandi, Himachal, and the culture shock she experienced when she first arrived in Mumbai in 2005. She also shared a fascinating story about her debut film, which she found "sleazy" and ultimately ghosted the makers due to its uncomfortable demands, leading to its never being released. Additionally, Kangana spoke about her role in Gangster, the film that marked her Bollywood debut, and how it changed her career trajectory.... [Read More]
22 March,2025 09:11 PM ISTIPL 2025 kicks off today in Kolkata’s Eden Gardens. Congress MP and BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla expressed his excitement as he reached for the opening ceremony. He said, "The 18th season of IPL is starting today. It has been 18 years, and today is its inaugural match in Kolkata. IPL keeps on increasing every year; its influence keeps on increasing, its viewership keeps on increasing, and its craze keeps on increasing. This time also, the craze of IPL will double, and it will be very high. People are not only coming to the stadium in large numbers but are also very excited about it. So I think this season will also be very successful and today`s match will be very exciting..."... [Read More]
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